*** I received an ARC in return for an honest review ***
Publisher’s Description
The less you know going in, the better off you’ll be. If you know, you know.
The only thing more brutal than nature is love.
Review
My most recent read was They Were Here Before Us by Bram Stoker Finalist Eric LaRocca.
I have read two of LaRocca’s other novellas Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke and You’ve Lost a Lot of Blood and both explored the depths of dark fiction, social prejudices and queer fiction. They Were Here Before Us is series of stories united by the common theme of otherness – seeing humanity through its darkest and most depraved lenses by those who are other, seperate and different.
Final Thoughts
They Were Here Before Us is a complex, visceral and raw exploration of humanity through the lens of otherness. LaRocca’s writing is skilful and a delight to read even as the subject of each story gets darker, the masterful writing holds your attention until the very end and beyond. Accompanied by richly detailed illustrations that complement the novella, the tales will haunt you well after you’ve turned the final pages.
Conclusion
A highly recommended read for fans of LaRocca’s other work, dark fiction, societal issues, queer fiction and horror.
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